Middle Schools in Pell City

The two middle schools located in Pell City, Alabama serve students in grades 6-8. Both Williams Intermediate School and Duran Junior High School have a predominantly white student population, with around 78% of students identifying as white. However, the schools' academic performance, as measured by test scores, is generally lower than the Pell City and Alabama state averages, indicating room for improvement.

While both schools have similar student demographics, there are some notable differences. Williams Intermediate School serves a more economically disadvantaged student population, with a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (66.46%) compared to Duran Junior High School (62.15%). Additionally, Duran Junior High School spends more per student ($9,403) than Williams Intermediate School ($7,959), which may contribute to its slightly better performance in some areas, such as 8th grade ELA proficiency.

Overall, the data suggests that both middle schools in Pell City are performing at an average level, with room for improvement in academic achievement. Further analysis of factors such as teacher quality, curriculum, and school leadership may provide more insights into the drivers of student performance in these schools.